Sara Boysen
Pocahontas,IA
Summary
Dynamic Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience at Palo Alto Family Practice, excelling in patient assessment and care plan development. Proven track record in enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based practices and effective medication administration. Strong collaborator and mentor, dedicated to improving healthcare quality and patient education.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner, Family and PMHNP
Palo Alto Family Practice
02.2025 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to determine health needs and develop care plans.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses for effectiveness and side effects.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and ensure continuity of services.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, treatment options, and preventive health practices.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance patient outcomes and improve quality of care.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies, promoting healthier lifestyles.
- Complete DOT exams, in accordance with FMSCA guidelines.
Nurse Practitioner
Unity Point Express Clinic
12.2023 - 02.2025
- Conducted patient assessments to determine appropriate diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive patient care and follow-up.
- Team site lead for practice.
- Evaluated and treated 60 to 90 patients per day, with same-day chart completion.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols and guidelines.
- Educated patients on health management, preventive care, and medication adherence strategies.
- Utilized electronic health records (EHR) for accurate documentation and streamlined patient information retrieval.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting treatment plans based on clinical evaluations and feedback.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives to enhance clinic operational efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Mentored junior staff in clinical procedures, fostering a collaborative learning environment within the clinic.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Unity Point Pocahontas
01.2018 - 12.2023
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to develop individualized care plans.
- Managed chronic disease management programs to enhance patient outcomes and education.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated and holistic patient care.
- Mentored new nursing staff on clinical protocols and best practices in patient management.
- Managed a busy wound clinic, caring for chronic wounds with quality metrics.
- Top-tier organization quality metrics, with patient satisfaction, and productivity.
- Completes DOT exams in accordance with FMCSA regulations and National Registry provider.
Nurse Practitioner
Unity Point Urgent Care
08.2016 - 01.2018
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis, and prevention.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and treatment plans.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient care and streamline processes.
- Prevented complications by identifying early warning signs of potential issues through careful examination and history-taking techniques.
- Implemented individualized patient care plans to address assessment findings.
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Frontier Nursing Univeristy
Versailles, KY09-2025
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Frontier Nursing University
Hyden, KY08-2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Washington Adventist Univeristy
Takoma Park, MD10-2009
Associate of Science - Nursing
Iowa Central Community College
Fort Dodge, IA06-2005
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Care plan development
- Medication administration
- Medical record documentation
Certification
ACLS
BLS
PALS
DOT National Registry
Wound Care from WCEI
MAT 8 hour training and SAMHSA waiver
13 hours Cognitive Processing Therapy course
Nexplanon and IUD insertions
Previous International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, certification expired
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner, Family and PMHNP
Palo Alto Family Practice
02.2025 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Unity Point Express Clinic
12.2023 - 02.2025
Family Nurse Practitioner
Unity Point Pocahontas
01.2018 - 12.2023
Nurse Practitioner
Unity Point Urgent Care
08.2016 - 01.2018
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Frontier Nursing Univeristy
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Frontier Nursing University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Washington Adventist Univeristy
Associate of Science - Nursing
Iowa Central Community College